Fujie
Feminine Japanese name combining the elements "fu" (wealth) and "e" (blessing).
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Fujie. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Fujie today is around 139 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Fujie births was 1918 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Fujie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Fujie is about 139 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Fujies were born before 1897.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Fujie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1918
11 babies that year
Average age
139
years old
1931 SSA rank
#4,049
Tracked since 1880
Origin
Meaning and history of Fujie
The name Fujie is of Japanese origin, traced back to the 8th century AD during the Nara period. It is derived from the Japanese words "fu," meaning wealth or fortune, and "e," meaning blessed or prosperous. The name was initially given to children born into affluent or noble families, symbolizing the hope for a prosperous and fortunate life.
In ancient Japanese literature, the name Fujie can be found in several historical records and poetry anthologies. One notable example is the "Manyoshu," a significant collection of waka poetry from the Nara period, where the name appears in a few verses celebrating the birth of a child.
The earliest recorded individual with the name Fujie was Fujie no Masako, a noblewoman who lived during the Heian period, around the 10th century AD. She was known for her skills in calligraphy and poetry and was a prominent figure in the imperial court.
Throughout Japanese history, several notable individuals have borne the name Fujie. One such person was Fujie Nobuyuki, a 16th-century samurai warrior who served under the powerful Tokugawa clan during the Sengoku period. He was renowned for his bravery and military tactics in various battles.
Another famous Fujie was Fujie Teiichi, a celebrated Japanese writer and poet who lived from 1879 to 1966. He is considered one of the pioneers of modern Japanese literature and is known for his profound works exploring themes of nature, spirituality, and human emotions.
In the realm of Japanese art, Fujie Tomoko (1913-1998) was a renowned printmaker and woodblock artist. Her intricate and vibrant prints depicting traditional Japanese landscapes and motifs earned her international acclaim and numerous awards during her lifetime.
Lastly, Fujie Masaru (1925-2014) was a prominent Japanese businessman and philanthropist. He founded the Fujie Group, a successful conglomerate involved in various industries, and was also known for his significant contributions to educational and cultural initiatives in Japan.
While the name Fujie may have become less common in recent times, its rich history and symbolism continue to resonate within Japanese culture and traditions.
People
Fujie + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Fujie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Fujie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Fujie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Fujie a common name?
We classify Fujie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 91 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Fujie most popular?
The single biggest year for Fujie was 1918, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Fujie is about 139 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Fujie a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Fujie in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.